February 19, 2008 - New York City is considered the most populous city in the United States of America. It's metropolitan area is among the largest in the world. For more than 100 years, the city was considered the heart of commerce and finance industries. Currently, it stands as a symbol for media, entertainment, fashion, education and politics.
New York City is made up of five various boroughs each consisting of a various county. These five areas include the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. As of today, more than 8 million people reside in the boroughs making up New York City. Michael Bloomberg is currently the city's mayor.
In 2001, New York City was involved in one of America's most deadly terrorist attack. On September 11, two airlines smashed into the World Trade Centers causing thousands of lives to be lost and the buildings to crumble to the ground.
Other famous buildings and landmarks include The Statue of Liberty, Wall Street center, the Empire State Building, the Crisler Building and Madison Square Garden. Also known as MSG, the arena is home to the New York Knicks and sells New York Knicks tickets to each of its home games.
New York City is home to several popular sporting teams such as the New York Mets, New York Jets, New York Knicks, New York Giants, New York Liberty and the New York Rangers. Get your sports tickets today!
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